The Really Useful Podcast: Recent Episodes
Christian Cawley
Struggling with your tech? Don't understand what's going on in social media? Just want to use your phone, tablet, laptop, or even your TV without losing your grip?
We're here to help you out!
Our team of inspirational technology writers are ready with words of encouragement to help you through any problem you're facing with your PC, social media account, home theater, whatever!
Want to get to grips with your tech? Hit play!
This week's tech podcast for technophobes features a look at the IFA consumer technology show, along with a look at some AI apps.
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Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics. Oh, and don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
ShownotesThis week, we chat about the IFA show, taking place this week in Berlin, Germany.
- IFA 2023: What Is It, When Is It, and What Does IFA Stand For?
- Best New Laptops at IFA 2023
- Best New Gaming Hardware at IFA 2023
- Honor Launches Super-thin Smartphone
We've also got these tips and explainers:
- The Best AI Apps to Download on Your Phone
- Important Reasons You Should Put a Screen Protector on Your Smartphone
- Can You Trust AI Crypto Trading Bots?
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
This week, we've got the following tech news:
- Zoom Chief Says Video Calling Is Bad for Creativity
- Did Cyber Attack Cause UK Air Traffic Control Chaos?
We've also got these tips and explainers:
- Reasons Why Gamers Should Buy a Retro Handheld
- Are ChatGPT Side Gigs Legit Money-Making Opportunities?
- How to Use DOSBox to Play Retro PC Games on Any Device
- Ways to Check If Your PC Parts Are Compatible Before You Buy
Christian Cawley, Gavin Phillips, and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey, @gavinspavin, and @stegnersaurus, with your suggestions for future topics.
News about the closure of the Xbox 360 Marketplace and the Red Dead Redemption port for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 open this week's Really Useful Podcast. The games theme continues with tips for hooking up an Xbox controller to your PC, and a list of the best games news and reviews websites for you to check out.
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
Christian Cawley hosts this week's podcast, and is joined by Ben Stegner. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus, with your suggestions for future topics.
As there isn't much tech news about this week, our latest tech podcast for technophobes unpacks wireless vs. wired headphones and earbuds. Inspired by the results of a poll run recently on MakeUseOf, this is a wide-ranging chat that covers everything from audio quality to maintenance. We also take a look at what you can do with old earphones.
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Shownotes
This week, we purely discuss earphones, earbuds, and headphones, wired and wireless, referring to the following articles:
- Do You Prefer Wired or Wireless Headphones? (Poll)
- Reasons Wired Headphones Are Better Than Wireless Headphones
- Bluetooth Classic vs. Bluetooth LE: What's Best for Audio Streaming?
- Tips to Get the Best Sound Quality Out of Your Headphones
- Projects to Reuse Old Earphones
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics. Oh, and don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
An online security and privacy edition of our tech podcast for technophobes looks at email scammers and spotting when someone has used your PC.
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics. Oh, and don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
This week's podcast looks at problems for the Twitter rebrand, new fetaures in the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Netflix shooting itself in the foot, and whether a Mac can replace a PC for gaming.
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host this week's podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus, with your suggestions for future topics.
Our weekly tech podcast for technophobes explains Twitter X, how to install a dashcam, and gives you an update on how the new Threads social network is doing (clue: poorly).
This week, we chat about the following tech news:
- Twitter rival Threads loses 75% of users
- Airborne electric taxis for Sao Paulo
- Action Man Pursuit Craft with VTOL
- Apple to pull access to iMessages and Facetime to save encryption
- Twitter X unveiled
We've got these tips and explainers:
- How to Install and Dashcam
- What Is Widevine DRM?
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Atari 50 Compilation (available for Microsoft Xbox, Sony PlayStation 4/5, Nintendo Switch)
- Cherry MX Experience Box
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics. Oh, and don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
Our weekly tech podcast brings you a vital tip for vacations, reveals a revision to Android's Google News feed, and discusses ChatGPT legal issues.
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
This week, we chat about the following tech news:
- The Black Mirror plot about AI that worries actors
- Sarah Silverman sues OpenAI and Meta
- ChatGPT owner in probe over risks around false answers
We've got these tips and explainers:
- Reasons Why Twitter Should Be Afraid of Meta's Threads
- How to Save Money on Mobile Internet on Vacation
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Nothing Phone (2)
- Retroid Pocket 3+
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
Need a useful website recommendation? Want to save money on Google Play, or even get apps free? Planning on signing up to a cloud gaming service? Or are you concerned about scammy YouTube videos?
We've got everything you need in this week's Really Useful Podcast.
Christian Cawley, Gavin Phillips, and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey, @gavinspavin, and @stegnersaurus, with your suggestions for future topics.
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
This week's dedicated Raspberry Pi podcast special looks at various uses for the board, suitable for beginners and experts. We also speculate on the possible spec of the upcoming Raspberry Pi 5.
Christian Cawley, Gavin Phillips, and Ben Stegner present this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey, @gavinspavin, and @stegnersaurus, with your suggestions for future topics.
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
Buying a laptop without making a mistake is tricky. We deal with that and more in this week's tech podcast for technophobes.
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
MIcrosoft's campaign to buy Activision Blizzard looks in peril, Twitter is being fined by the music industry, and Apple TVos 17 looks amazing. Meanwhile, we also find out what readers of MakeUseOf think about social networks...
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
We look at the Apple Vision Pro news, explore the SEC investigation into Coinbase, and discuss jobs you can apply for in cryptocurrency.
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
Online scams are a necessary evil of shopping and working through the internet. It doesn't matter whether you restrict your activity to email or you're a huge fan of shopping online, cybercriminals want a piece of your bank balance.
This week's tech podcast for technophobes looks at several current online scams that you need to be aware of.
PLUS! Gavin Phillips joins us briefly to discuss the SEC action against Binance.
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
This week, we bring you the following tech news that matters:
- Hackers Spread Malware With New TikTok Challenge
- Create Unique Bedtime Stories With Alexa
We've got these tips and tricks:
- How Do Twitter Crypto Scams Work?
- How to View and Download Dashcam Video Footage
- What Is the Internet of Things?
No recommendations this week!
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host the tech podcast for technophobes. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
This week's Black Friday special starts with these vital tips:
- How to Spot Mail Fraud Scams
- Scams to Look Out for on Black Friday
- Spot Scam Products When Shopping Online
- EBay Scams to Be Aware Of
- Buy Safely on AliExpress
You might like to check these deals
- The Best Black Friday Deals
- Get Discounted Official Microsoft Keys
- Surfshark VPN Deals on Black Friday
Meanwhile, if you simply want to sit it out...
- The Happiest Sites on the Web
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
Bitcoin is crashing, leaving a lot of people out of pocket. Windows 11 is sneaking ads into the operating system, and what is WPA3? With some public Wi-Fi tips and recommendations, this is your Really Useful Podcast.
You can subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, Player FM, or copy the RSS feed into your podcast player.
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- US Justice Department Seizes Billions in Bitcoin
- Windows 11 Nudges Sign-up Ads
- Apple Considering Portless iPhone
We've got these tips and tricks:
- WEP, WPA, WPA2, and WPA3 Explained
- Ways Hackers Can Use Public Wi-Fi to Steal Your Identity
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- TheC64 Collection 1 cartridge for Evercade
- Nothing Ear Stick review
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Meta Launches NFTs on Instagram
- Facebook Collaborates with the DHS
We've got these tips and tricks:
- What Is the Mastodon Social Network
- Alternatives to Twitter
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (trailer)
- Impossible Dungeon for Android
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Elon Musk Bought Twitter, But What Is X?
- Samsung Galaxy Devices Getting Android 13 and One UI 5
We have these tips and tricks
- Stop Your Neighbor Stealing Your Wi-Fi
- Troubleshoot Android Auto Disconnection Problems
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Superclub Football Manager Board Game
- Turn Your Original Raspberry Pi into a ZX Spectrum Computer With ZXBaremulator
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
In this week's show, we talk purely about the Nintendo Switch. Here are some useful links.
- Which Nintendo Switch Model Is Best?
- What Is Nintendo Switch Online?
- GoldenEye 007 Heading to Nintendo Switch
- Nintendo Free-to-Play Games
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Microsoft Office Becomes Microsoft 365
- Android Has a VPN Data Leak
- Android Pixel 7 Offers Free VPN for 5 Years
We've got these tips and tricks:
- Build a Tiny DOS Gaming PC With Raspberry Pi
- How to Back up the Windows Registry
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Turrican Anthology Vol I and Vol II (review)
- Overwatch 2 (multi-platform)
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Elon Musk Agrees to Buy Twitter (Again)
- New Search Engine from Ex-Google Ads Boss Launches in UK
- Former Uber Security Chief Concealed Database Hack
We have these tips and tricks
- How to Set a Video Background on Your Desktop
- Has Ethereum Merge Killed Crypto Mining?
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Pop!_OS
- Fallout 2 on Steam
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
This week, we chat about the impending closure of Google Stadia:
- Google to Close Stadia Cloud Gaming Service
- Red Dead Redemption 2 Gamer to Lose 6000 Hours of Game Play When Stadia Closes?
- Ubisoft Aims to Migrate Gamers from Stadia
- Google May Enable Bluetooth on Stadia Controllers
We refer to these articles relevant to Google Stadia:
- Google Stadia Review (2019)
- Killed by Google
- Best Cloud Gaming Services
- Why I Cancelled Google Stadia
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Flexispot 8-in-1 Standing Desk
- Shargeek Storm2 Cyberpunk Power Bank
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
ShownotesThis week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Hackers Compromise Microsoft Exchange Servers
- Windows 11 to Get New Photos App
- UK Cops Bust 17 Year Old GTA6 Hacker
We have these tips and tricks
- Tech Jobs You Can Get Without Coding Skills
- What Is the Ethereum Merge?
- Ethereum Merge Complete
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- CloneZilla
- Soundcore Headphones
- Dungeons of Sundaria
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- GTA6 Source Code Leaked
- GTA London 1969
- Snapchat Web Rolls Out to All Users
- Microsoft Edge Displays Adware in News Feed
We also look at this amazing Google Maps feature:
- Visit the Past in Google Street View
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Splatoon 3
- Total Recall (2012)
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- TikTok Denies Security Breach Claims
- iPhone 14 and Pixel 7 Launch News
- New Version of Raspberry Pi OS Released
- Where You Can Buy a Raspberry Pi in 2022
We've got these tips and tricks:
- Check Your Windows PC Health
- Reasons to Consider a Dashcam
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- F1 Manager
- House of the Dragon
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Should You Be Worried About the Samsung Data Breach?
- Twitter Edit Button Tested for Subscribers
- Samsung Mocks Apple's "Lack of Innovation"
We've got these tips and tricks:
- What Is the Difference Between Windows Reset and System Restore
- Make Disney+ Better on Mobile
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- MECOOL KA1 Android TV Smart Speaker Review
- Cockroach Poker
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Why You Should Change Your Plex Password Now
We've got these tips and tricks:
- Does Apple Use Green Bubbles to Make You Hate Android Users
- Is the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Worth the Price?
- Free Smartphone Apps to Help Keep Coastlines Clean
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Overcooked: All You Can Eat
- House of the Dragon
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
Our show this week features the following tech news that matters:
- Instagram Plans New Candid Challenges Fetaure to Tackle BeReal Competition
- 35 Malicious Android Apps You Should Uninstall Now
We bring you these tips and tricks:
- How to Cast to Xbox One from Your Phone
- The Top Signs You've Been Caught in a Phishing Scam
- 10 Raspberry Pi Projects for Beginners
And Christian has a rant about the design choices made by some dashcam manufacturers that make installing a dashcam more challenging than it needs to be.
- How to Install a Dashcam
This week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
Our show this week features following tech news that matters:
- Windows 11 Sunset Valley 2 Update Leaked
- Pixel Phones Getting Android 13 Already
- Microsoft Patches Dogwalk Zero Day Exploit
We bring you these tips and tricks:
- Productive Things to Do on Your Phone Instead of Mindlessly Scrolling
- The Best Mixing Desks for Podcasters
The show closes with the following recommendation:
- Insta360 Link Webcam
This week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
Our stripped-back show this week features the following myth-busting tips and tricks:
- 6 RAM Myths and Misconceptions That Really Aren't True
- Smartphone Myths That Aren't True
- 7 Myths About Linux That You Should Stop Believing
This week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
Our stripped-back show this week features the following news:
- Samsung Now Let's You Repair Your Phone
- LockBit Ransomware Targets Windows Defender
We also have these explainers, tips, and tricks:
- What Is UPnP and Is It Dangerous?
- The Secrets of Amazon Prime Video
- Amazon Prime Video Troubleshooting Guide
We finish the show with the following recommendation:
- OPPO Reno8 Pro reviewed
This week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- CloudMensis Mac Malware Steals Data
- How to Improve Privacy on Your Mac
- Samsung's New Folding Phones Launch August 10th
- FBI Warns of Fraudulent Crypto Apps
We've got these tips and tricks:
- How to Boost Your Wi-Fi Speed 5x With This Quick Fix
- What Is Bottlenecking Your PC?
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Retro Football Management for iOS and Android
- Steam Deck review
- Vampire Survivors on Steam
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
Hardware security news, exciting (!) new 20th century features in Windows 11, and the best tips and tricks for making the best use of your tech, and the usual weekly recommendations all vie for your attention in this week's Really Useful Podcast from MakeUseOf.
Shownotes
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- New Spectre Vulnerability Hits Old AMD and Intel CPUs
- ChromeOS Flex Released for Older PCs and Macs
- You Can Now Rip CDs in Windows 11
We've got these tips and tricks:
- How to Enable God Mode in Windows 11
- Get Xbox 360 Games With Gold Before They Disappear
- How to Buy PS Vita and PlayStation 3 Games
- How to Use the PS4 Camera on a PlayStation 5
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Amazon Basics Multipurpose Foldable Computer Table
- Elgato Stream Deck
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Design Leaked
- Google Chrome Browser Updates to Fix Zero-Day Exploit
We've got these tips and tricks:
- Reasons to Use Nvidia GeForce Now
- Steam Deck Reviewed
- How to Check the Windows Experience Score in Windows 10
- What Is Coinbase? What is Coinbase Pro?
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Legoland Windsor Resort
- Keychron Q5 QMK keyboard
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
We've got a ton of tech news and tips and tricks in this week's podcast, which looks at USB OTG, debunks the great myths about smartphones, and tells you how to format a write-protected USB flash drive.
Shownotes
Our stripped-back show this week features the following news:
- Windows Piracy Spikes in Russia
- Google Makes It Easier to Switch from iPhone to Android
We also have these explainers, tips, and tricks:
- What Is USB OTG and Ways to Use It
- Smartphone Myths That Aren't True
- How to Format a Write Protected USB Flash Drive
This week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
Our weekly tech podcast for technophobes returns, bringing you the latest news, tips, and tricks to make the best use of your tech, and some recommendations for a couple of things you might like to try.
Shownotes
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Windows 8.1 Support to End in 2023
- Nothing Phone Will not Launch in US
- Starlink Negatively Night Sky Photography
We've got these tips and tricks:
- Best macOS Features
- What Are Video Game Easter Eggs?
- The Best Places to Sell Smart Home Gadgets
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- SimpleNote
- Nintendo Switch Sports
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
Want the latest news from the world of technology, but only the stuff that affects you? Want to know how to become better at using your technology?
It's time you subscribed to the Really Useful Podcast.
Shownotes
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Microsoft Brings Casual Games to Teams
- Support Ending on Internet Explorer
- Microsoft Defender Moves to iOS, Android, and macOS - for a Fee
Check out these tips and tricks:
- How to Protect Your Smartphone From Theft
- Tips to Resolve Tablet Touchscreen Issues
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- eSkute Polluno City eBike
- HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
Want to know what's new in the world of technology, but only the stuff that really matters? Need to know how to make better use of your computer, phone, game console, streaming service, or some other device?
That's where the Really Useful Podcast comes in.
Shownotes
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Xbox Keystone Console Details Leaked
- Windows 11 Update Bug
- DOOMLinux and DOOM in the BIOS
We bring you these tips and tricks:
- What Is Save Scumming?
- How to Shutdown Windows 10 With a Keyboard Shortcut
- The Best Sites to Download HD Wallpapers
And we finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Floppy Knights on Xbox and Steam
- G-Darius HD on Nintendo Switch
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
Why is Android Auto leaving your phone? Why is Microsoft axing Excel features? And should you buy a Pinebook Pro laptop? Plus, tips and tricks for making a bootable USB drive, online city building games for your browser, and the equipment you need for starting a YouTube channel.
With the tech news that matters and some tips and tricks to help you make the best use of your devices, the Really Useful Podcast is our weekly show with Christian Cawley, Ben Stegner, and Gavin Phillips.
Shownotes
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Google Is About to Stop You Using Android Auto on Your Phone
- Pinebook Pro Linux Laptop Back on Sale
- Microsoft Is Axing Three Excel Features
Check out these tips and tricks:
- Tools to Make a Bootable USB Drive
- Online City Building Games for Your Browser
- Equipment for Starting your Own YouTube Channel
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- Stranger Things Season 4
- Cities: Skylines
- Eskute Pollono e-bike
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts for more tech news and tips for technophobes!
Is your Google Drive secure? Do you regret switching to Linux from Windows? Need to make a free international phone call? And how much money can you earn with Google Opinion Rewards?
In this week's podcast we give you the answers to all of those questions, helping you to make the best of your tech.
Shownotes
This week's stripped-back show features the following explainers, tips, and tricks:
- Tips to Secure Your Google Drive
- The Best Free Phone Call Apps
- Reasons to Switch from Linux to Windows
- Earn Money with Google Opinion Rewards
This week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
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Windows 11 has been hacked---but it's okay, as it was by ethical hackers in a competition! Meanwhile, iFixit has leaked the Steam Deck repair inventory, revealing the cost of the device's mainboard. All that and our weekly tips and tricks to help you make better use of your tech, in this week's Really Useful Podcast!
Shownotes
This week, we take a look at the tech news that matters:
- iFixit Leaks Steam Deck Repair Inventory
- Windows 11 Hacked, but It's Okay
We also bring you the following explainers, tips, and tricks:
- Anonymous Web Browsers to Stay Private and Secure Online
- External Drive Not Recognized? How to Fix This in Windows
- Tech Items You Shouldn't Buy in a Dollar Store
To finish, we have the following game recommendations:
- Nessy the NES Robot
- Tunic
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
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We've got all the tech news that matters, explainers, and tips, tricks, and recommendations in this week's Really Useful Podcast, including a look at the Terra Luna price crash and the surrounding fallout, and how to connect two routers together to increase your Wi-Fi network's range.
Shownotes
This week, we take a look at the tech news that matters:
- Vote for Your Favorite Microsoft Store Apps
- Windows 11 Is Now Available in a Box
We also bring you the following explainers, tips, and tricks:
- What Is Bitcoin Pizza Day?
- What Has Terra Luna Price Crashed?
- How to Connect Two Routers Together
- How to Trace Emails Back to the Source
To finish, we have the following recommendations
- Set up a Mario Kart multiplayer tournament
- 1More Comfobuds Mini Reviewed (Amazon link)
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
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Want to play Fortnite on your iPhone? Thanks to Microsoft, now you can. In this Really Useful Podcast we look at the latest tech news that matters and bring you the best tips and tricks from MakeUseOf. So, expect to learn which apps you should install on a new Windows PC, how to identify what song is playing, and how to blur your home on Google - and whether it's a good idea.
Shownotes
In this week's show, we discussed the following news:
- EVE Online Gets a Microsoft Excel Add-on
- Microsoft Sneaks Fortnite onto iPhone and iPad
We bring you these tips and tricks:
- Which Apps You Shoud Install on a New Windows PC
- How to Identify a Song on YouTube
- How to Blur Your Home on Google Street View
And we recommend these:
- Learn Keyboards with PopuPiano
- The Return of the Obra Dinn
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
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This week we explore how Microsoft is making cloud gaming work, and why it might be planning to bring a free VPN into Microsoft Edge. With that in mind, we compare free VPNs and paid VPNs, as well as explore the different types of HDMI cables. There is also a look at the various media that NFTs are sold as.
This week, we chat about the following tech news that matters:
- Cloud Gaming Is Not a Fad, Says Microsoft
- Microsoft Edge May Introduce a Free VPN
Check out these tips and tricks:
- Free VPNs vs Paid VPNs
- Everything You Need to Know About HDMI Cables
- All the Different Types of NFT
- How I Minted an NFT and What Happened Next
- My Full English Breakfast NFT
We finish the show with the following recommendations:
- LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
- Termination Shock by Neal Stephenson
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
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This week, we look at the following news, tips and tricks, and recommendations:
News:
- 5 Things About Twitter Elon Musk Is Likely to Change
- Microsoft Bing Ethical Shopping Hub Launched
- Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Jammy Jellyfish Released
- Microsoft Defender Flags Google Chrome Update as Suspicious
Tips and tricks:
- Why Computer Security Is Your Responsibility
- How to Block Scam Likely Calls
- Windows Cold Caller Scam Recorded
- Different Types of VPN Explained
Recommendations:
- The Fudge Kitchen
- Whisperify
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
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This week's news:
- Why Elon Musk Bought a Big Stake in Twitter
- Elon Musk Asks: "Is Twitter Dying?"
- Why Elon Musk Isn't Joining the Twitter Board
- Elon Musk makes Twitter takeover bid
Some tips and tricks:
- Connect a Nintendo Switch to Your TV Without the Dock
- What Is the Point of Mini PCs?
- How to Optimize PC Airflow
- How to Say Sorry in an Email
This week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
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This week's news:
- Remember the Windows 11 Default Browser Update? Yeah, It's Optional
- Leaks Have Appeared Online About a Surface Laptop Go Successor
Some tips and tricks:
- Turn Your Phone into a PC
- Fix Windows 10 Freezing Issues
- Looking Back at Windows XP
A single recommendation:
- The A500 Mini review
This week's show is hosted by Christian Cawley and features Ben Stegner and Gavin Phillips. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey, @stegnersaurus and @gavinspavin) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
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Want to fix your own phone? Samsung is giving you the tools to do it. Meanwhile, why are Raspberry Pi computers hard to get hold of, and why is Windows 11 adoption tailing off?
All this and our usual tips and tricks (covering Netflix, Chromecast, and Windows) in this week's Really Useful Podcast, the tech podcast for technophobes.
In this week's show, we cover the following news:
- Samsung Galaxy Self Repair Program
- Raspberry Pi Shortages Explained
- Windows 11 Growth Plateaus
- Using Internet Explorer? You Can't Upgrade to Windows 11
We also bring you these tips and tricks:
- The Best Way to Clean Windows 10
- Fix Choppy Chromecast Streams
- Netflix Tips for Windows
Finally, we close the show with these recommendations:
- Rain Rain white noise app
- Evercade #24 Gremlin Collection 1
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
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This week, we examine whether Apple could be forced by the EU to allow sideloading and what the Bing source code actually means.
We also discover installing Amazon apps on Windows 11, the best tracks to test your headphones with, and look at the best smartphone cameras in 2022.
Here are references for the key topics we discuss in this week's show.
News
- EU to Force Apple to Allow Sideloading?
- 3D Printed Portal Turret
- Windows 11 Spinning Cog Easter Egg
- Microsoft Bing Source Code Leak
Tips and tricks
- Install the Amazon App Store on Windows 11
- Test Your Headphones With These Tracks
- What Is the Best Smartphone Camera in 2022?
Recommendations
- Rodecaster Pro
- Picross
- Picross/Nongram online
- iOS (no ads)
- Android (no ads)
- Switch
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
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Here's a collection of links to almost everything we discuss this week:
News
- Microsoft Wants to Know Your Favorite App Store Apps
- Microsoft Edge Gets AI Image Captions
- Heineken Launches Virtual Beer for Metaverse
- What Is the Metaverse and Will it Change Your Life?
Tips
- What Is Creative Commons and Non-commercial Use
- What You Should Do After Cracking Your Smartphone Display
- How to Say Sorry By Email
Recommendations
- Nokia XR20
- Doogee S95 Review
- Unihertz TickTock Review
- How Long to Beat
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Why is Microsoft planning to roll out adverts to Windows 11? Is the ClipChamp video editor as bad as Redditors claim? And why are DuckDuckGo users annoyed by its decision to prevent them seeing "Russian misinformation?"
We find out about these things and more in this week's Really Useful Podcast, as well as tell you why you should be using Microsoft Word Online, how to identify unusual symbols, and learn about the best operating systems for building a home media center or HTPC.
Shownotes
In this week's show, we discuss the following news, tips, and recommendations.
News:
- Microsoft Trials Ads in Windows Explorer
- ClipChamp Is Terrible, Says Reddit
- DuckDuckGo Users Are Annoyed
Tips
- Why You Should Use Microsoft Office Online
- How to Identify Symbols Online
- Linunx Distros for a Home Media Center or HTPC
Recommendations
- Murder in Provence
- Imposters
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
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Shake Shack is giving away free Bitcoin with orders, but what does this actually mean? Should you use an iPad with Wi-Fi or one with cellular mobile networking? And did you know you've been answering security questions for your online accounts completely wrong?
This week's tech podcast for technophobes explains why, and gives you the latest news, tips, and tricks.
Shownotes
This week we discuss news, tips, tricks, and offer some recommendations:
News
- Get Free bitcoin from Shake Shack
- DOOM II Designer John Romero Releases New Level for Ukraine Fundraising
- Microsoft Suspends Sales in Russia
- Valve Confirms Steam Deck 2
- Valve Wants Xbox Game Pass on Steam
Tips
- Why You Should Get a Cellular iPad
- Why You Are Answering Security Questions Wrong
Recommendations
- Paprika Recipe Manager
- Cololight Hexagon
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
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Windows 11 won't let you reset your computer properly, but Microsoft is improving the Bluetooth menu. The Steam Deck plays games it shouldn't, and we tell you about the return of Anonymous.
PLUS: how to avoid collaboration tool burn-out and build a laptop. It's all here in this week's Really Useful Podcast.
Shownotes
In this week's show, we talk about:
News
- Anonymous Returns
- Windows 11 PC Reset Issue
- New Bluetooth Settings in Windows 11
- Steam Deck Runs Crysis Remastered
Tips/Tricks
- Avoid Overuse of Collaboration Tools
- Build Your Own Modular Laptop
Recommendations
- Britbox
- TowerFall
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
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It's time for your weekly news of tech news and tips for technophobes. We look at the new Android app feature in Windows 11, how Microsoft Edge is dominating in the browser market, and understand the implication of Nintendo closing the eShop for Wii U and 3DS games.
Plus, we have our usual recommendations for you to check out.
Shownotes
In this week's show, we look at:
News
- You'll Need a Pretty Beefy PC to Run Android Apps on Windows 11
- Watch Out, Safari Users: Microsoft Edge Will Soon Take Over
Tips
- Nintendo Is Discontinuing Support for the Wii U and 3DS eShop: What You Need to Know
- Sony Backtracks on PlayStation 3 and PS Vita Digital Store Closures
- What Is Video Game Preservation and Why Is It Important?
Recommendations
- Wordle Clone Turdle
- Depths of Wikipedia
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host the show. Follow them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) for updates and even make suggestions for future topics.
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Microsoft Teams is widely used in business and other organizations, but will performance improvements make it a desirable alternative to Zoom? Will you Android phone or tablet get the new Material You theme on Android 12? What happened at the Nintendo Direct 2022 event? And will Call of Duty stay on PlayStation after Microsoft's acquisition of Activision?
Click play to learn more about all of this and learn why Google is killing a bunch of its services in 2022 - including YouTube Originals.
Shownotes In this week's show, we look at recent tech news that affects you, tech tips, and give you our recommendations.
News
- Microsoft Improves Teams for Better Performance
- Google Rolling Out Material You Design Theme to Android 12 Devices
- Nintendo Direct Event Reveals Key 2022 Releases
- Microsoft Intends to Keep Call of Duty Available on PlayStation
Tips
- Projects Google Is Killing in 2022
- Killed By Google
Recommendations
- Custom PC magazine
- Apple's seamless profile syncing system for new devices
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
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Looking for clarity on the latest tech news or want some technology topics explaining? In this podcast, we do just that.
This week's Really Useful Podcast covers some easy performance boosts you can make to Windows 11, why you should trust Microsoft Defender, and explains data recovery. You'll also learn how to save money on Amazon Prime, and find out what we're recommending this week.
Shownotes
This week we talk about:
News
- Built In Apps Slow Down Windows 11
- Microsoft Defender Is Better Than You Think
- New Windows Update Boosts SSD Performance
Tips and Tricks
- How Does Data Recovery Work?
- Get Amazon Prime Cheaper
Our recommendations
- Millie and Molly
- Developer Page
- Nintendo Switch Store Listing
- Rhodium DAC
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
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Sony was never going to let Microsoft's intended acquisition of Activision Blizzard through without a fight. Their retaliation? To buy Bungie, developer of the Destiny series. Meanwhile, Wordle gets too big for its creator and Facebook abandons the cryptocurrency everyone had forgotten about anyway.
We also take a look at eBay scams and our usual recommendations.
In this week's show:
- News
- Sony Buys Bungie
- Wordle Sold to New York Times
- Facebook Quits Crypto
- Cyber Attack Hits German Fuel Supplier
- Tips
- eBay Scams You Should Know About
- Recommendations
- Find an old arcade game
- J.J. McCullough YouTube Channel
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) with your suggestions for future topics.
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It's been another busy week in the world of tech. But what does it all mean? The Really Useful Podcast is the tech podcast for technophobes, and we have the answers you need to make sense of the technological world.
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This week, we discuss:
- News
- Microsoft to acquire Activision-Blizzard
- Call of Duty to remain on PlayStation
- Robot vacuum escapes hotel
- James Cameron warns of the dangers of deepfakes
- Grindr scammer jailed for blackmailing men
- Tips and tricks
- What Is the Difference Between USB-A and USB-C
- How Does Car Wi-Fi Work?
- Recommendations
- Evercade VS retro gaming system
- Cleer Ally Plus II earpods
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
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This week's show has it all: retro gaming, cyberattacks, ransomware, Reddit, YouTube's rich list, Meta/Facebook being taken to court in the UK, and even recommendations!
This week, we discuss:
- REvil ransomware gang arrested in Russia
- Ukraine cyber-attack: Russia to blame?
- Meta faces billion-pound class-action case
- YouTube rich list 2021
- What Is Reddit?
- What Game Consoles Are Released in 2022?
- Steam Deck
- TheA500 Mini
- Astro City Mini V
- Intellivision Amico
- Playdate
- Recommendations
- EvanEra TV (learn magic on YouTube)
- Baba Is You
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) with your suggestions for future topics.
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Planning on buying a new streaming device for your TV but not sure what to choose? Is there even any point when you have a Smart TV anyway?
In this week's show, we look at the pros and cons of Amazon Fire, Roku, Apple TV, and similar services, along with app-enabled TV boxes for satellite, cable, and even Blu-ray players. Oh, and there's a bit about Smart TV apps, too.
One last thing: Christian inexplicably pronounces Roku as "rock-you" instead of "roh-koo" throughout this show. No one knows why.
Shownotes
- Best Media Streaming Devices
- What Is the Best Smart TV Operating System?
- Chromecast, Roku, Apple TV, or Amazon Fire TV?
- Google Chromecast Vs. Roku
- Can You Buy a Non-Smart TV?
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
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In this week's show, we rely on the following resources:
- Funny Questions to Ask Google Home
- Funny Things to Ask Siri
- Funny Things to Ask Alexa
- The Funniest Questions to Ask Alexa
- MakeUseOf abandons Windows Phone
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) with your suggestions for future topics.
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Ever felt that your current job or career doesn't quite satisfy you? While you can change direction at anytime, the start of a new year is a great time to make the changes in your life that you want to see. In this podcast, we look at how it is possible to change career, with a focus on freelancing.
This week, we discuss:
- How to Quit Your Job to Pursue Your Passion
- Find Your Purpose With These Tests
- How to List Your Services on Fiverr
- Top Tools for Budding Entrepreneurs
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter (@thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus) with your suggestions for future topics.
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Is your home network fast enough? We're going to venture that it isn't - but why? Is it the position of the router, your cabling, or something else?
In this podcast, we look at the various ways you can improve wired and wireless network speeds around the home. This includes the main living areas, attics, basements, and even outhouses.
Shownotes
- Ways to Fix Dropped Wi-Fi Speeds
- How to Improve Your Router Speed
- Optimize Wi-Fi Reception with Wireless Feng Shui
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
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You've heard about the "metaverse" but what is it really? Do you want to don a VR headset to attend meetings and other remote events, or would you prefer a different solution?
In this week's show, we consider how the metaverse might change the world.
To learn more, we're joined by Thomas Lorenz, the CEO and founder of Journee, a metaverse company that has been providing VR and AR solutions to big names in technology for the past few years. Thomas has a slightly different view of the metaverse to that you may have read about, and he's here to outline the possibilities of the technology. He'll also tell us why you may not need a VR helmet in a few years' time.
Shownotes
Some reference notes for this week:
- Journee - The Metaverse Company
- Metaverse vs. Virtual Reality - Key Differences
- Reasons to Worry About the Facebook Metaverse
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.
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The term "supply chain" was largely unknown outside of manufacturing, shipping, and haulage until a couple of years ago. Now, we have a seemingly unending "supply chain crisis" which threatens to disrupt everything from Christmas to weddings to online shopping.
In this week's show, Christian Cawley chats with David Savage of Geotab, a fleet telematics company in the UK. He explains the supply chain and how it has come to be in crisis, as well as offer some thoughts as to how long the crisis might last.
Shownotes
- Geotab Fleet Telematics
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Welcome to the 100th edition of the Really Useful Podcast. To celebrate our centenary show, usual hosts Christian Cawley, Ben Stegner, and Gavin Phillips have got together to chat through a few thoughts about their preferred computer systems. Laptop, or desktop PC? Bought, or self-built?
Along the way, they discuss everything from racing games to Raspberry Pi, game controllers to shuttle PCs, and a whole host of other things. They also recall their favorite chats from the past 99 episodes of the Really Useful Podcast, just to crown the occasion.
Shownotes
- WeeCee mini PC for running MS-DOS and Windows 9x software
- Championship Manager
- SteamOS
- Should You Buy a Nintendo Switch?
Christian Cawley, Gavin Phillips, and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey, @gavinspavin, and @stegnersaurus, with your suggestions for future topics.
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Finally, thanks so much for being with us for the past 100 episodes!
Black Friday 2021 is set to be the longest yet. But with supply chain issues limiting the production of certain hardware, it could also be the most frought. Will you see the bargain land on your doormat before Christmas?
In this Really Useful Podcast we take a look at how you can prepare for the biggest ever Black Friday, help you to grab the deals you want before they sell out, and show you the tools that will help you grab a genuine bargain.
All the items in this week's Black Friday 2021 special are linked below.
- How to Use Amazon Lists
- Best Black Friday Deals
- Why You Shouldn't Buy an Amazon Fire for Your Kids
- Make Sure You Get a Bargain on Black Friday
- Find Black Friday Deals
- Really Useful Podcast show page
- Best Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deals for Gamers
- Amazon Order Scams
- Things to Buy on Black Friday to Save Money
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus with your suggestions for future topics.
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If you've embraced home working, you've probably realised that the kitchen table isn't ideal. You need a dedicated space, which might be a spare room, in the attic, in the basement, or even in your garden.
But when that space is set up, how do you get reliable Wi-Fi - and does your home office even have a power supply?
This week, we take a look at the practicalities of networking a home office and ensuring a reliable power supply.
Shownotes
Useful links for this week's show:
- How to Set up Powerline Adapters
- Powerline Adapters vs. Mesh Wi-Fi
- How Ring Doorbell Works
- Spotcam Video Doorbell
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin.
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ShownotesKeep hold of these links for Windows 11 coverage on MakeUseOf:
- How to Upgrade to Windows 11 Free
- How to Enable TPM and Secure Boot to Install Windows 11
- Make an Unsupported Computer Compatible With Windows 11
- Why Chinese Users Can't Upgrade to Windows 11
- Get Windows 11 Features on Windows 10
- Which Is Best for You: Windows 11 Home or Pro?
- Windows 7 Gadgets and Widgets on Windows 10
Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin.
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Upgrading to a new iPhone? it can be expensive, not to mention time consuming with so many models to choose from. In this podcast we bring you all the information you need, from recognizing when it's time to upgrade and getting the best deal, to backing up your data and transferring it to a new iPhone.
Shownotes
In this week's show, we discuss:
- Signs It's Time to Upgrade Your iPhone
- The iPhone Upgrade Program
- Should You Buy You iPhone from Your Carrier or Apple?
- Reason to Buy Your iPhone Straight from Apple
- Save Money When Buying an iPhone
- How to Backup iPhone and iPad
- Transfer Data from an Old iPhone
- How to Replace a Broken Phone Display
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus with your suggestions for future topics.
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Going green is tough, especially if you want to save money. In this episode, we look at the challenges and solutions around recharging phones and laptops.
This week, you'll need the following references:
- How to Check Laptop Battery Cycle Count on Windows
- Should You Leave Your Laptop Plugged In?
- Battery Capacity vs. Charging Speed
- Monitor Battery Health on Android
- Doogee S95 Pro Review
- Save Energy at Home
Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin.
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We look at a selection of mobile and browser apps that can help you to improve your physical and mental health. This episode features a chat with Dr Angelica Kohlmann of Bloom Diagnostics, who tells us how their mobile app can be used to diagnose illness and find the right treatment.
Shownotes
- Virtual Fitness Challenges
- Apps to Keep Fit at Your Desk
- Find Your Inner Space
- Boost Mental Fitness
- Bloom Diagnostics
- Bloom mobile app
- Is Telemedicine a Security Risk?
- Medical Technologies and the Future of Healthcare
Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin.
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In this week's show we discuss:
- Facebook Whistle-blower Goes Public
- Whistle-blower to Tell Senate Facebook Secrets
- Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram Go Offline
- Conspiracy Theories and Mistruths
- Reasons Online Gamers Should Use a VPN
- Can Games Consoles Use a VPN?
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus with your suggestions for future topics.
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If you're buying a new computer, there is always the temptation to open it up, plug it in, and start using it. But what you should actually do is spend time installing the apps you'll need and setting up the hardware and peripherals.
This week we talked about:
- Dell G5 5505 Gaming Laptop Review
- 15 Must-Have Windows Apps and Software for Any New PC
- Build a Raspberry Pi Cloud Drive With NextCloud
- 11 Things You Must Do With a Brand New Laptop
This week, Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus with your suggestions for future topics.
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You've heard of the Nintendo Switch, but what is the Nintendo Switch OLED? And why is Valve launching the Steam Deck portable gaming PC?
Ths week's show looks at these two very different developments in mobile gaming, considers the rationale behind both, their potential strengths and weaknesses, and asks: which one would you buy?
This week we discuss:
- Why the New Nintendo Switch (OLED) Is a Huge Disappointment
- Valve Finally Reveals the Steam Deck, Its $400 Nintendo Switch Competitor
- What Is SteamOS? How to Start Gaming on Linux
- Other handheld gaming consoles:
- SMACHZ
- GPD Handheld Windows Gaming PC
Christian Cawley and Megan Ellis are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @Megg_Ellis with your suggestions for future topics.
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When open-source software projects are bought by profit-driven software publishers, it's never an easy ride. With the introduction of telemtry to digital audio workstation Audacity, recently, its new owners have discovered just how tenuous a grip on their audience they really have.
But what is all the fuss about? What is telemetry, anyway?
This week's relevant links
- Audacity Introduces Controversial Privacy Policy
- Audacity Denies It Is Spying on Users
- Windows 10 Privacy Guide
- Audacity Fork Maintainer Quits
- Alternatives to Audacity
Christian Cawley and James Frew are this week's hosts. Follow them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @jimjamfroo.
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Ransomware is huge in 2021, taking down businesses, government departments, gas pipelines, and worse to come. Now is the time to familiarise yourself with ransomware, the risks, how it gets onto your system, what happens to your data if you don't pay, and the risks of actually paying the ransomware.
These are the links we used for this week's Really Useful Podcast.
- What Is Ransomware?
- What Is Babuk Locker Ransomware Gang?
- US Pipeline Ransomware Attack
- Darkside Ransomware Behind Pipeline Attack
- Ransomware Taskforce Formed by DOJ
- What You Should Know About Cognizant Ransomware
- What You Need to Know About Ransomware in 2021
- Top Security Trends in 2021
Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin.
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This week we take a look at some of the best DIY tech builds and fixes featured so far on the Really Useful Podcast. Featuring contributions from Christian Cawley, Ian Buckley, Gavin Phillips, and Ben Stegner
Here are those all-important reference links for this week's show.
- Build Your Own HDTV Antenna
- DIY Computer Desk Projects to Save Money
- Fix a Scratched DVD
- How to Remove a Broken Headphone Jack
Christian Cawley is your host this week. You can contact him on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey with your suggestions for future topics.
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Are you safe online? Security software is expensive, but you don't have to spend money on it if you follow some straightforward, simple, computer and internet usage tips.
This week's Really Useful Podcast looks at link checkers and other easy, "soft" online security tips that you can use to develop safer habits and behaviors online.
In this week's show we used the following articles:
- How to Spot a Phishing Email
- Sites to Help You Check if Links Are Safe
- How to Safely Use Your Pet's Name as a Secure Password
Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @ianmbuckley with your suggestions for future topics.
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Windows 11 is coming - but what can you expect from it? Is there really any need to replace Windows 10?
This podcast looks at the coming Windows 11, what we know, what we can guess at, and what probably won't happen.
This week's podcast features these stories:
- Windows 10 Support Ends in 2025
- Windows Start Up Sounds Slo-fi Remix
- Eduard Khill Trololol 10 Hour Version
- Windows 11 - Is It Real?
- Windows 11 Has Been Leaked
Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin.
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Most new cars feature integration with a smartphone. While Apple iPhones are typically compatible, it's more than likely that you're using an Android phone.
Android Auto is a useful handsfree in-car app from Google, designed to integrate your phone's apps with your automobile's entertainment system. You can also make calls using the digital assistant and generally enjoy safe use of mobile apps while driving.
These are your links for this week's discussion.
- Android Auto updated to v6.6
- What Android Auto Can Do
- The Best Android Auto Apps
- Android Auto Tips
- Android Auto Tweaks
- Android Auto Not Working? Try These Fixes
- Best Android Auto Alternatives
- What Is Apple Carplay?
- Connect an Android Phone to Your Car
This week, Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus with your suggestions for future topics.
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Using technology daily means that the keyboard, mouse, computer screen, earphones, etc., are going to get dirty. Knowing how to clean them doesn't just protect you from infections, it helps to prolong your tech's usable lifespan.
In this week's show, we take a look at some of our best tech cleaning tips.
This week you'll need to refer to the following links:
- Ways to Use Cleaning Slime or Putty
- Learn How to Clean Your Keyboard Thoroughly
- How to Safely Clean Airpods
- How to Clean an LCD Computer Screen
Christian Cawley is your host this week. You can contact him on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey with your suggestions for future topics.
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The age old question: do Nintendo, Sony, or Microsoft produce the best console? Well, we're bypassing that and declaring the Nintendo Switch the winner.
After all, it's lightweight, flexible, and designed with multiplayer in mind from the ground up. You might not get to enjoy intense single player or some AAA online multiplayer titles, but it is impossible to use the Nintendo Switch without having a whole bunch of fun.
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Some useful links to help you with this week's show:
- Nintendo Handheld Sales Over 500 million
- Gaming Retro UK
- Is Nintendo Releasing a New Nintendo Switch?
- Nintendo Switch vs Nintendo Switch Lite
- The Best Nintendo Switch Controllers
- Connect Nintendo Switch to a TV Without the Dock
- Nintendo Switch Online - What You Need to Know
- Evercade Review
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus with your suggestions for future topics.
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The world of cryptocurrency just doesn't seem to stop changing. With over 5000 different cryptocoins in circulation, new digital units of value need to stand out from the crowd in order to generate any sort of traction.
In this week's show, we take a look at the resurgent Dogecoin (and learn how to pronounce it) and try to work out if Chia is really a "green" cryptocurrency. There's also a look at The Internet Computer, a new approach to decentralizing the internet.
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Here are the useful links for this week's show:
- What Is Dogecoin?
- What Is Chia Cryptocurrency?
- Will the Internet Computer Crytocurrency Usher in a Decentralized Internet?
- Don't Use Crypto to Buy a House
Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin.
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Vegan headphones might sound like the name of an indie band, but they're real. Headphones made without leather and using sustainable materials are just one of the ways in which using technology responsibly is becoming more important.
This week, we take a look at sustainability in technology, and how things might change going forward.
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This week's vital links:
- What Are Vegan Electronics
- The Best Vegan Headphones
- What Is Greenwashing?
- How Music Is Going Vegan
- Cutting Back Animal Products During the Pandemic
Christian Cawley and James Frew are this week's hosts. Follow them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @jimjamfroo.
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Dashcams might seem an expensive addition to your vehicle, but they are worth their weight in gold. In this week's podcast we look at dashcams, covering everything from looking at the best current models to the reasons to use a dashcam.
We also consider the various steps you should take when installing a dashcam for the first time, and how you can save money by making your own dashcam with a free mobile app.
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This week's vital links:
- Reasons to Use a Dashcam
- How to Choose a Dashcam
- Make Your Own Dashcam
- Dashcam Apps for Android
- Dashcam Setup Tips
Christian Cawley is your host this week. You can contact him on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey with your suggestions for future topics.
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Kickstarter, Indiegogo, Unbound, Blurb... the opportunities for crowdfunding campaigns are massive these days. But if you've never backed a project on Kickstarter and don't really know what crowdfunding is - or if you have concerns over their reliability - we're here to help you out.
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Here are this week's links for everything we discuss in the show.
- 3 Things to Consider Before Backing a Kickstarter
- Kickstarter Asks Creators to Be More Honest
- Tips for Running Your Own Crowdfunding Campaign
- Bets Alternatives to Patreon
- Crowdfund Without a Crowndfunding Website
- Crowdfunder Producer Discusses Brian Blessed Casting
- Sitcom Geeks
Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin.
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You've seen the ads, online and on TV. Courses for learning to code, build mobile apps, even start designing video games. But how easy is it really to learn to code? To find out, Ian Buckley - a man with a bit of programing experience under his belt - is here to explain if you should learn to code, where to find good resources, and whether or not you should be paying for the pleasure...
Shownotes
- Learn the MERN Stack
- Learn JavaScript While Playing Minecraft
- Gaming Retro UK
Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @ianmbuckley with your suggestions for future topics.
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Heard about Clubhouse but not really sure what social audio is all about? You've come to the right place. In this podcast we take a look at Clubhouse, its "exclusivity" and what alternatives are coming along from Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other existing social platforms.
Use these links to learn more about Clubhouse in this week's show.
- What Is Clubhouse
- What Are the Alternatives to Clubhouse?
Christian Cawley and Megan Ellis are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @Megg_Ellis with your suggestions for future topics.
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To celebrate 30 months since the launch of the Really Useful Podcast, we bring you a collection of the top 5 best tips from our most popular episodes.
As such, Christian Cawley is joined by various members of the Really Useful Podcast team to cover diverse topics such as Windows keyboard shortcuts, problems with Skype, old PC games, Microsoft Office alternatives, and a what is Raspberry Pi.
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We talk about so many things this week, but the following links will help you find the key resources.
- Best Windows 10 Keyboard Shortcuts
- Best Microsoft Office Alternatives for macOS
- Old PC Games That Are Still Worth Playing
- Fix Skype Problems
- Best Uses for a Raspberry Pi
Christian Cawley hosts this week's show, with contributions from Ben Stegner, Gavin Philips, James Frew, and Ian Buckley.
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You've seen the term NFT but what does it mean? How can you buy digital art for $1000s without even owning it? What is the real ecological damage of cryptocurrency mining? And why are graphics cards so expensive?
In this podcast we explore non-fungible tokens, the madness of this latest crypto bubble, whether cryptocurrency is as bad for the environment as some claim, and why there is a shortage of graphics cards.
Some links to help you with this week's show:
- What Do You Own If You Buy an NFT?
- Elon Musk's NFT About NFTs
- Nvidia Cryptocurrency Mining Lock
- Is Bitcoin Really Bad for the Environment
Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin.
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The Amazon Fire tablet is one of the most popular alternatives to Apple's iPad. Equipped with the Android-based Fire OS, these are versatile tablets aimed at the whole family.
But are you getting the most our of your Amazon Fire tablet? Is the tablet really suitable for children or is it more geared towards a media consuming adult? How do you change the way it looks, or install games from Android Play? And what happens if you crack the screen?
These questions, and more, are answered in this week's Really Useful Podcast - the tech podcast for technophobes.
This week's vital links:
- Amazon Fire Tablet Tips
- make the Amazon Fire Tablet Child Friendly
- Why You Shouldn't Buy an Amazon Fire Tablet for Kids
- Regain Storage Space on the Amazon Fire Tablet
- Best Amazon Fire Tablet
- How to Repair a Cracked Tablet Screen
- Install Google Play on a Fire Tablet
- Make the Amazon Fire Tablet Look Like Stock Android
Christian Cawley is your host this week. You can contact him on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey with your suggestions for future topics.
Some new Xbox and PS5 games are launching at around $70. Game controllers are around the same price. And if you can get hold of a next generation console, that's going to set you back a few hundred dollars too.
So: is video gaming becoming to expensive?
This week's discussion draws on these resources:
- Why Are PS5 and Xbox Series Games So Expensive?
- Best Sites for Video Game Price Alerts
- Ways to Improve Laptop Gaming Performance
- Activision Founders Launch Atari 2600 Game Company
- Defeat PS5 and Xbox Series Scalpers
- Evercade Handheld Retro Console Review
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus with your suggestions for future topics.
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You've probably heard of a Raspberry Pi, but how does this single-board computer (SBC) differ from a microcontroller?
In this Really Useful Podcast, we discuss the Raspberry Pi and its clones, the Raspberry Pi Pico and other microcontrollers, and the Arduino. How do they differ? What projects suit each type of board? Click play to find out.
Some resources for this week's show:
- Raspberry Pi Pico Review
- Arduino IDE 2 Beta Drops
- DeskPi Pro Raspberry Pi Case Review
- Raspberry Pi 400 Review
- Great Raspberry Pi Projects
- BBC Micro:bit Gets Upgrade
Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @ianmbuckley with your suggestions for future topics.
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Everyone has an old phone or two at the back of a drawer. Your old PC might be stuck under a desk somewhere---meanwhile, you've switched to a laptop.
Old hardware takes up space, but simply throwing it away is dangerous. Without the correct recycling techniques, discarded tech can be an ecological nightmare. Fortunately, there are various ways that you can recycle archaic tech, whether old phones, computers, PC components, media players, and even all that waste paper your printer invariably creates.
In this week's show:
- Recycle Old Mobile Phones
- Creatively Recycle Old Motherboards
- Use Your Old MiniDisc
- Recycle Old RAM Modules
- Find Recycling Plants
- How to Reuse and Recycle Old Printer Paper
Christian Cawley is your host this week---contact him on Twitter via @thegadgetmonkey with your suggestions for future topics.
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If you have a YouTube channel, Twitch stream, podcast, Facebook page, Instagram account, or TikTok, you're probably keen to find and audience. But how do you find followers and build a following?
This week, we take a look at the various techniques you can use across several social platforms and mediums. You may be surprised at how similar some of the techniques are...
In this week's show:
- Build an Audience for Your Streaming Channel
- Promote Your Podcast and Find New Listeners
- Grow Your Podcast Audience
- Get More TikTok Fans
- Find More Instagram Followers
Christian Cawley and Megan Ellis are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @Megg_Ellis with your suggestions for future topics.
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Have you updated your phone recently? Is Windows 10 up to date, or do you have updates pending? Why should you have to bother, anyway?
In this week's podcast, we explore Windows Update, updating a Mac, iPhone or iPad, Android, and even game consoles.
This week's useful links:
- Windows Update guide
- Update macOS
- How to Update Xbox One and Xbox Series S/X
- Update a PS4 or PS5
- Update iPhone to Get Patched
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus with your suggestions for future topics.
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Unresponsive or broken Xbox One controller? Problems getting it to connect to your console, or is there a broken thumbstick? Wish you could take your Xbox One with you when you head out?
These challenges and more are the subject of this week's Really Useful Podcast.
In this Really Useful Podcast we take a look at all you need to know about launching your own podcast. We explore what a podcast is, what yours might be about, how to record it, what apps you can use, and how to find free podcast hosting and list your show on Apple Podcasts. You'll also learn some tricks for promoting your podcast.
This week's useful links:
- What is a podcast?
- How to start a podcast
- Android apps for recording podcasts
- Remove background noise with Audacity
- How to promote your podcast
- Headliner social video maker
This week's Really Useful Podcast is hosted by Christian Cawley.
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This week's Really Useful Podcast is hosted by Christian Cawley, with appearances by Gavin Philips, James Frew, and Ben Stegner.
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Heard about the Dark Web and want to know what it is all about? We've got answers to the questions you need in this week's Really Useful Podcast.
Is the Dark Web illegal? Is it safe to access the Dark Web? What's the difference between the Dark Web and the Deep Web? Hit play to find the answers to these questions and more.
This week's useful links:
- How to Access the Dark Web
- Dark Web Myths Debunked
- Online Accounts Traded on the Dark Web
- Best Dark Web Websites
- Little Known Corners of the Dark Web
Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin.
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You'll find these links useful for this week's Really Useful Podcast.
- What Is Right to Repair?
- Defend Your Right to Repair With Linux
Once again, Christian Cawley and James Frew are this week's hosts. Follow them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @jimjamfroo.
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You'll find these links useful for this week's Really Useful Podcast.
- 5 Features You'll Need in True Wireless In-Ear Headphones
- 6 Things You'll Need to Know When Buying Wireless Headphones
- Apple AirPods Vs. AirPods Pro: Which Is Right For You?
Christian Cawley and James Frew are this week's hosts. Follow them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @jimjamfroo.
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In this week's show:
- Is Social Media Making You Sad?
- Can't See a Therapist? Try These Apps
- Free Positivity Apps
Christian Cawley and Megan Ellis are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @Megg_Ellis with your suggestions for future topics.
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Listening to this week's show you'll find the following links useful.
- Easy Windows 10 tweaks
- Customize Windows 10 with these tools
- Best Windows 10 themes
- Make Windows better with Group Policy
- Create a custom Rainmeter theme for Windows
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus with your suggestions for future topics.
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This week's useful links:
- Which PS5 Model Should You Buy?
- Which Xbox Series Model Should You Buy?
- Nintendo Switch vs Switch Lite
Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin with your suggestions for future topics.
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3D printing looks amazing, but it can be a bit of a mystery to most of us. This week, Christian Cawley chats with Ian Buckley about getting started with 3D printing, and what you need to know about the different between types of 3D printer.
- Beginner's guide to 3D printing
- Best sites to order 3D prints
- Recycle failed 3D prints
- 3Doodler Create pen for kids
- Useful 3D printing projects for home
- Educational toys you can 3D print
- Cool games to 3D print at home
- Engine 3D printing benchmark "Bengine"
Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @ianmbuckley with your suggestions for future topics.
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Whether you're planning to buy online for a special event, you're inspired to buy on Black Friday, or have a bit of spare cash to spend, buying with confidence is vital.
Christian Cawley and James Frew discuss how to buy confidently, check online reviews and discern which ones are honest and which are paid for, and how to spot online scams to help you shop safely and securely.
- How to Spot Fake Reviews on Amazon
- Filter Fake Amazon Reviews
- AliExpress Scams
- Avoid These Online Shopping Postal Scams
- eBay Scams You Should Know About
Christian Cawley and James Frew hosts this week's show. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @jimjamfroo with your suggestions for future topics.
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Here are the links you need to learn more about this week's show topics
- Popular Turn-Based Strategy Games
- Play Google Stadia on Mobile Data
- Project xCloud for Xbox Game Streaming
- Free Games from Epic
- Budget Game Offers from Humble Bundle
- Retro and Indie Game Bundles
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus with your suggestions for future topics.
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Want to know more about VPNs? In this week's show we explain what the term means, why you need one, how to sign up to a VPN, and why you should avoid free VPNs.
Here's what we talk about this week:
- What is a VPN?
- VPN protocols explained
- Some of the best VPN routers
- The reasons you should use a VPN
- Best VPN services available
This week's show is brought to you by Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @GavinSpavin with your suggestions for future topics.
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It has been one of the most unusual years in recorded history. But linking us together during lockdowns, social distancing, travel restrictions, and more, has been Facebook. Groups supporting mental health, messenger rooms for vital social and family contact, and even the ability to watch videos together with "watch parties" have all been embraced.
Facebook is far from perfect. But it continues to offer these methods of group contact to help you stay in touch during the lonely, frustrating times.
- Facebook helps mental health
- Facebook brings group discussions to the news feed
- Misinformation networks removed by Facebook
- Watch together on Facebook
- How to use Facebook Messenger rooms
- Set up a Facebook Watch Party
This week's show is brought to you by Christian Cawley and Megan Ellis. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @Megg_Ellis with your suggestions for future topics.
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The Really Useful Podcast is back with a brand new set of tips and tricks for finding, choosing, and buying a new laptop. Drawing on long experience of laptop buying, MakeUseOf's Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley discuss how to set a budget, determine a purpose, find the right specification, and choose your laptop in your own time, without any pressure from sales staff.
We've also prepared some reading for you:
- The best laptop for programming and coding
- Choose the best computer for college
- How to buy a refurbished Mac
- Which MacBook should you buy?
- Dell G5 5505 SE gaming laptop review
This week's show is brought to you by Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @ianmbuckley with your suggestions for future topics.
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What have we got for you this week?
First off:
- Tetris-like games you can play in your browser
- Want to know what's on Netflix/Prime Video/Disney+? Use JustWatch
- Everything you need to know about the PlayStation 5
We also bring you some productivity tips:
- Fix problems with Skype with these tricks
- Sick of Skype? Try these alternatives
Finally, if you need a boost of inspiration during times of trouble, try these inspiring movies on Netflix
You can leave a review on Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners. You'll find us on:
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We start off this week looking at how Big Tech is helping families deal with the unscheduled school holidays happening across the Northern Hemisphere
- Rent movies still playing in theatres
- Use Scribd free for 30 days
- Get Audible Stories for free
- Enjoy Amazon Prime Video free
We've got some personal ideas on how to cope with lockdown as a family and as individuals, too.
- Get your kids fit daily with Joe Wicks, The Body Coach
- Chill out daily with your kids thanks to Cosmic Kids Yoda
- Learn daily with Maddie Moate and Greg Foot
- Astronaut Scott Kelly shares his self-isolation tips
- How Sir Walter Raleigh coped with incarceration in the Tower of London
This week, MakeUseOf is giving away an awesome customizable electronic pixel art backpack
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We take a look at some ways big tech has been helping Joe Public cope with COVID-19 coronavirus:
- Use your gaming PC to fight COVID-19
- Disney+ releases Frozen 2 early
- MSI offers warranty extension for coronavirus sufferers
We've also put together some tips and tricks for home working
- Strategies and tools for remote work
- Be more productive when working from home
PLUS: a list of things to do in self-isolation:
- Play Call of Duty: Warzone (battle royale game)
- Play steam games
- Fix old photos with mobile apps
- Save money by cutting the cable
- Do online surveys
- Home schooling
- Use Udemy, Khan Academy, YouTube and other resources to learn new skills
- Do some DIY or redecorate
- Get fit---you can still go outside
In short, there's no reason to be bored! We also take a look at the latest tech giveaways and reviews on MakeUseOf:
- Creative Super X Fi Air Headphones
- MegaModz PS4 Controller
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This week's news:
- Google Assistant reads the internet aloud
- Alexa can tell you all about the US Election 2020
We have a single recommendation this time:
- The Heimatdamisch on YouTube
Some tech tips and tricks:
- Get fit with these video games
- Bitcoin email scams
- Affordable Windows 10 upgrade options
We also take a look at the latest giveaways and reviews:
- Creality LD-002R resin printer
- Simbans TangoTab (Android tablet)
- MegaModz PS4 Controller
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This week's news highlights:
- Sony 2020 Phone lineup
- Spotify mobile app becomes easier to use
- Find out what's popular on Netflix
Our recommendations:
- Christian: WhatNerd's Tech Geeks Quizzes
- Megan: Every Kid Gets a Robot
These techy tips and tricks might change your life:
- The best two-player mobile games
- Should you switch to Facebook Like?
- Ways to reuse that old internet router
- What you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy S20 phones
We also take a look at these awesome giveaways and reviews:
- Creality resin printer
- TangoTab budget Android tablet
In this week's show:
- The Moft-Z "Invisible" Laptop Stand and Standing Desk
- Redbox Free Live TV
Our recommendations:
- Christian: Theo Cooks
- Ben: DekuDeals
These tips and tricks should help you improve your tech life:
- Optimize your Wi-Fi reception at home
- Ways to legally download movies and watch them offline
- Windows 7 hits End of Life - what next?!
And there's a look at these awesome giveaways and reviews:
- VAV 4K UHD Dashcam
- XP Pen Note Plus
- Blocks Decoded
- Coinbase
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This week, Christian Cawley and Megan Ellis bring you news of:
- Steam Link for iOS
- YouTube Originals Unlocked
- Messenger Kids Parental Control
They also have a pair of excellent recommendations for you to follow:
- Peter McKinnon's YouTube Channel
- Glad You Asked on YouTube
You should also check out this week's tips and tricks to make your tech work better for you:
- Improve Your Mobile Data Speed
- What's the Difference Between a Modem and a Router?
- Choosing a Chromebook vs Tablets
Meanwhile, these MakeUseOf giveaways are still running:
- Insta360 One R action cam
- Doogee S95 Pro modular phone
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Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips have a packed show for you this week, looking at:
- How to watch YouTube TV on PS4
- Try on makeup with Pinterest
- Clear your off-Facebook activity
- How to remove a broken headphone jack from your phone
- Fix image burn-in on your LCD or plasma TV
- Video game-themed Valentine's Day gifts
We've also got some recommendations for you to check out:
- Paul Davids guitar tutorials and reviews on YouTube
- Tifo Football informative analysis
We also take a look at two current giveaways on MakeUseOf that you can enter now:
- Insta360 One R action cam
- Doogee S95 Pro modular phone
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James Frew and Christian Cawley bring you a wealth of Black Friday topics and tricks this week:
- Find the best Black Friday deals with these curated links
- Make sure your Black Friday deal is a massive bargain
- Watch out for these Black Friday and Cyber Monday scams
- Our pick of the best Black Friday deals
- Great VPN deals this Black Friday
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Happy holidays---we'll be back in 2019!
This week's Really Useful Podcast features Christian Cawley and Megan Ellis discussing:
- Google helps you pronounces foreign words
- Google Maps translates place names
- Apple Music compiles your favorite songs
- Spotify creates a soundtrack for your journey
- Twitter lets you follow topics
- Recommendations:
- Christian: Colin Furze on YouTube
- Megan: SciShow on YouTube
- Run Android apps on Windows
- Find the most affordable rent with Rentometer
- The best way to scan old photos
- Print your own board games
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In this week's Really Useful Podcast we talk about:
- Britbox launches its streaming service in the UK
- YouTube makes its homepage easier to use
- Netflix lets you "skip politics"
- Google Stadia invite codes are sent
- Recommendations:
- Christian: Hyperland - Douglas Adams documentary about the web from 1990
- Ben: Cuphead animation
- Learn how to use Morse code
- Why is a 1TB hard disk drive only 931GB?
- How to clean a computer, phone, or tablet screen
- Use your mobile phone as a home wireless network
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Check these shownotes for links to everything we discuss in this week's show:
- HBO Max launch details
- Amazon Fresh goes free on Prime
- Spotify launches kids app
- Recommendations:
- Find car repair tips on YouTube
- Computerphile YouTube channel
- Chromebook parental controls
- SimCity-like online city building games
- Manage RAM on Android
- Make space on iPhone and iPad
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We've squeezed more into this show than any other, so refer to these shownotes for help:
- Christian's tablet update
- Apple TV app for Amazon Fire Sticks
- Google apps to reduce smartphone use
- NordVPN "hacked"
- Recommendations:
- Alex G singer/songwriter
- Deep sea exploration
- Free VPN services
- Windscribe VPN review
- Manage screen time on a Mac
- Cancel app subscriptions on iOS
- Best record players
- Netflix horror movies for Halloween
- Amazing Halloween makeup tips
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Come back next week for another Really Useful Podcast!
This week:
- More from Christian's ongoing tablet repair saga
- Disney+ content announced
- "Justin Morgan Had a Horse" on Rotten Tomatoes
- Giphy Arcade
- Free shows on Roku
- Make your old Mac feel like new
- Conspiracy websites
- Is Paul McCartney dead?
- Tesla connected cars hacked
- Five Amazon price trackers
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Come back next week for another Really Useful Podcast!
In this week's show, we bring you:
- The ongoing saga of Christian's Samsung tablet
- Amazon Kindle for kids
- Detailed voice guidance on Google Maps
- Google Assistant adds Issa Rae's voice
- Maximise gaming performance on macOS
- The best apps for cashback
- How to boot Windows 10 into Safe Mode
- Great text adventures to play in your browser
- Beat Instagram bullies
- Add podcasts to a Spotify playlist
- Use Google Password Checkup to stay safe online
- Watch old cartoons online
- Smartphone upgrade checklist
- Improve your router speed
- Measure distance and area on Google Maps
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This week we covered:
- YouTube Music Preinstalled on New Android Devices
- Bing Bong Song
- Chinese fugitive found by drone
- How to Fix Scratched DVD
- Recover Data from a Scratched DVD
- Stop Facebook Tracking
- Can You View Private Facebook Profiles?
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What did we talk about this time?
- Huawei Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro specs
- Was your iPhone hacked by a website?
- Rockstar gives you a free copy of GTA San Andreas
- No more new movies at home as MoviePass closes
- Netflix to stream Seinfeld from 2021
- Fascinating educational YouTube channels
- Instagram privacy settings you didn't know about
- Amazing discounts you can get with a EDU email address
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This week:
- Hardware highlights from IFA
- Can you trust Huawei?
- Relive memories with Google Photos
- Clean your filthy EarPods
- Accounts sold on the Dark Web
- Use these apps to unsubscribe from newsletters
- How to handle the Windows Tech Support scam
This Really Useful Podcast was hosted by Christian Cawley and James Frew. You can follow them both on Twitter for tech tips and thoughts:
- Christian Cawley: @thegadgetmonkey
- James Frew: @jimjamfroo
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In this week's show:
- Stop Google Calendar Spam
- Google Helps You Decide What to Watch
- Play Nintendo SNES Games with Switch
- Classic PC Games You Can Play on Android
- Desktop vs Windows Store Apps
- Ridiculous EULA Clauses You Agreed To
- Telltale Signs You're Talking to a Telephone Scammer
This Really Useful Podcast was hosted by Christian Cawley with Ben Stegner. You can follow them both on Twitter for tech tips and thoughts:
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- Ben Stegner: @stegnersaurus
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Back for a new run of episodes, the Really Useful Podcast this week is a "back to school" special, with tips for students looking for new laptops, computer chairs, and useful apps and websites.
Really Useful Podcast Season 4 Episode 1 Shownotes
In this week's show:
- The Best Laptop Under $400
- The Best Cheap Linux Laptops
- Pinebook 64 review
- Websites Every Student Should Bookmark
- Best Cheap Computer Chairs
- Essential Student Apps for Windows
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Planning a trip this summer? Looking forward to a hot vacation, or simply traveling to see family and friends? Whatever you're up to, it helps to plan in advance, stay secure, and not share your activity online.
Really Useful Podcast Season 3 Episode 9 Shownotes
This time we look at:
- Don't post these things online
- Hide memory sticks
- Blocks Decoded podcast
- Plan a vacation with Google
- Best portable Wi-Fi travel routers
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- @jimjamfrew
- @thegadgetmonkey
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We're taking a few weeks off for the summer---we'll see you in September.
You've noticed the retro gaming explosion---but what's it all about? Why are retro consoles being re-released, often in smaller form factors? Retro t-shirts, games, collections for Xbox One and PS4, even the new on-demand retro gaming service Antstream... retro gaming is everywhere.
In this week's special show, Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner compare their own recollections of gaming in the past, looking at how things have changed over the years. How does the retro resurgence affect gamers from different generations? Is it important to have the original hardware? Is emulation good enough? Let's find out!
Really Useful Podcast Season 3 Episode 8 Shownotes
- Antstream on-demand retro gaming
- 8-bit game Ghouls
- C64 budget games publisher Mastertronic
- 1990s video game prices in the UK
- Amiga games on Android
- Sega games on Android and iOS
- Clockwork Pi Gameshell review
- C64 Full Edition
- Retro gaming on the Raspberry Pi
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The latest news and tips in the tech podcast for technophobes, hosted this week by Christian Cawley and James Frew. Look out for details about Spotify Lite on Android, YouTube on the Fire TV, and some handy PC gaming fixes. We've also got some great offline productivity apps and a look at three secure email providers.
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In this week's show:
- Google's tennis-flavored Easter egg
- Spotify Lite hits Android
- Finally watch YouTube on the Fire TV
- Microsoft release Windows 1.11
- Offline productivity apps
- 5 common PC gaming fixes
- 3 secure email providers
Want to hear more from Christian Cawley and James Frew? As well as contributing to MakeUseOf, they're both on Twitter:
- @thegadgetmonkey
- @jimjamfroo
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We'll be back next week with another show.
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In this week's show:
- Amazon Alexa retains voice commands
- Antstream: the Netflix for retro gaming
- Girlboss, the "LinkedIn for women"
- How to open RAR, ZIP, 7z and other compressed files
- How to apologise via email
- Clean your tech with DIY slime
This week, Christian Cawley is joined by Ben Stegner. They're both on Twitter:
- @thegadgetmonkey
- @stegnersaurus
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This week's Really Useful Podcast looks at Amazon Prime Day 2019, and learns about the new YouTube video recommendations system. You'll also learn about the social media craze, TikTok, how to find out what motherboard your computer has, and how to tell if you're using aa 64-bit version of Windows.
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In this week's show:
- Change YouTube video recommendations
- Amazon Prime Day 2019
- www.camelcamelcamel.com
- What is TikTok?
- Find out what motherboard you own
- How to know if you're using 64-bit Windows
- blocksdecoded.com
This week, Christian Cawley is joined by Gavin Philips, and you can follow them on Twitter:
- @thegadgetmonkey
- @gavinspavin
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In this week's Really Useful Podcast we look at some new Google tricks, the Raspberry Pi's latest model,the sudden crypto coin rally, some Facebook friend tips, an online insurance scam, and how to find tech jobs with no coding skills.
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In this week's show, we covered:
- How to share Google search results
- Report suspicious sites on Google
- YouTube remasters old music videos for HD
- Release of the Raspberry Pi 4
- Bitcoin rally
- The "ghost broking" car insurance scam
- Facebook friend request tips and tricks
- Tech jobs you can get without coding
This week, Christian Cawley is joined by Ian Buckley. Follow them both on Twitter:
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- @ianmbuckley
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Join Christian Cawley and Megan Ellis as they take a look at the latest tech news that matters, along with some, tips and tricks to enhance your productivity. This week, Spotify Daily Drive, Android two-factor verification on iOS, Google's Anne Frank online exhibit, and free mobile games you can play without distraction from adverts. Plus some great photo editors for Instagram users, and ways to reuse an old desktop PC.
Really Useful Podcast Season 3 Episode 3 Shownotes
- Spotify Daily Drive
- Android 2FA support on iOS
- Google's Anne Frank experience
- Free to play mobile games without ads
- Instagram photo editors
- Ways to reuse an old PC
This week, Christian Cawley is joined by Megan Ellis. Follow them both on Twitter:
- @thegadgetmonkey
- @Megg_Ellis
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In this week's tech podcast for technophobes, we're looking at some recent news items, giving you some productivity and positivity tips, and admiring a current MakeUseOf giveaway for an underwater drone.
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In this week's show, we look at:
- Google alerts you to nearby natural disasters
- Spotify Stations app launched
- Apple kills iTunes on macOS
- Apple reveals iPadOS
- Samsung DeX
- Check your grammar
- Positivity apps
- Worldwide suicide crisis lines
- Gladius Mini underwater drone giveaway
This week's hosts are Christian Cawley and James Frew, who you will find on Twitter as:
- @thegadgetmonkey
- @jimjamfroo
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Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner bring you a brand new Really Useful Podcast in which we hover around some video game topics, most notably Minecraft, video game addiction, and video game age ratings.
Listen out too for news of yet another data breach, Facebook supremo Mark Zuckerberg's Tech & Society podcast, and Windows 10 apps you should uninstall.
Shownotes
- Flipboard data breach
- Minecraft Classic in your browser
- Minecraft Earth augmented reality game
- Mark Zuckerberg's new podcast, Tech & Society
- Video game addiction "real" says WHO
- Windows 10 apps you should uninstall or avoid
- Switching from console to PC gaming
- What do video game age ratings really mean?
Join Christian Cawley and James Frew as they break down the recent Facebook privacy scandals and investigate your options. From storing passwords in plain text, exposing your photos, and demanding email passwords from new users, Facebook has had a nightmarish six months.
Don't let their nightmare ruin your online privacy.
Shownotes
Here are the links to the recent Facebook privacy issues we discuss:
- Facebook admits storing passwords in plain text
- New Facebook bug exposes your photos
- Facebook's VPN controversy
- Daily Telegraph to publish Facebook puff pieces
- Facebook demands email passwords from new users
This week's Really Useful Podcast is hosted by Christian Cawley and James Frew, who you can chat with on Twitter:
- @thegadgetmonkey
- @jimjamfroo
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Join Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips from MakeUseOf.com as they take a look at Disney+, YouTube TV's subscription increase (who uses it?!), and whether IPTV is legal or not.
They've also got time to tell you about Office alternatives for macOS, how to transfer data from Android to a PC, and how to easily uninstall unwanted software on Windows.
In this week's show, we tell you how to avoid Amazon order scams, look at some tools to improve your memory recall, and revisit 10 PC games that are still worth playing and easily available. Plus, we show you how to make Google Assistant sound like John Legend and play Snake in Google Maps on your phone, tablet, or even your PC.
NEWSFLASH: There's also a giveaway on MakeUseOf for a new Xbox One X!
With Christian Cawley and James Frew.
Shownotes:
- Make Google Assistant sound like John Legend
- Play Snake in Google Maps
- Improve your memory recall
- Spot Amazon order scams
- 10 PC games still worth playing
- MakeUseOf Xbox One X giveaway
MakeUseOf.com writers Christian Cawley and Megan Ellis take you through the latest tech tips for technophobes. Featuring tips on wireless charging, Spotify's new Duo feature, and how to manage several years of browser bookmarks.
We also take a look at what an IP address is, and how one might be used to find you (or not).
Facebook's huge plaintext password fail is the focus of this week's show, as we consider how long this litany of irresponsible security fails can continue. We also take a look at Google Stadia, Myspace loses several years of data, and how to use an app to control your TV.
Plus, there's an update on the state of affairs with the potentially devastating Spectre and Meltdown bugs.
Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips are your hosts.
Here's the shownotes:
- Facebook storing passwords as plaintext
- Will Google's Stadia revolutionise gaming?
- Forgotten social network Myspace loses years of data
- Using an app to remote control your TV
- Latest Meltdown and Spectre vulnerability news
Join Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner as they look at accidental keyboard shortcuts, unusual-but-awesome YouTube channels, and whether Kodi is legal or not. There's also a look at some recent news about Twitter and Windows 10, and we find out how Christian did spending a week using a Raspberry Pi as his primary computer...
The Raspberry Pi is an awesome little computer that anyone can benefit from, regardless of their computing ability. Join Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley as they look at how easy it is to set up a Raspberry Pi, and consider some of the amazing projects the $35, credit card sized computer can be used in.
You've probably noticed that some of your old games and applications don't work in Windows 10. Don't give up, though - we have several ways you can get them to run on your new PC. PLUS: the many ways you can watch TV on your PC, and how Amazon Prime members can choose a dedicated delivery day (and why).
We also take a look at the new range of Samsung S10 phones and find out which one you might prefer, as well as explore why smartphone batteries don't last longer.
This week's Really Useful Podcast is brought to you by MakeUseOf Deputy Editor Christian Cawley and writer Megan Ellis.
In this week's Really Useful Podcast, we reveal the threat of SIM card swapping, and whether your phone is secretly spying on you. There's also a look at sleep monitoring apps, the Firefox browser's new sync tool, and find out how to download videos from Facebook to your PC or phone.
Really Useful Podcast Season 2 Episode 4 Shownotes
SIM card swapping
Download videos from Facebook
Is your smartphone listening to you?
Eversleep review and giveaway
Escape from Google and use Firefox to sync your browsing data
Your hosts this week are Christian Cawley and James Frew. You can follow them both on Twitter:
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@jimjamfroo
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The tech podcast for technophobes will be back next week!
Thanks to the internet, it's easier than you think to learn a new skill. In this new Really Useful Podcast we look at some of the places you can get started with new skills.
Considering whether to try out Wish? We look at the benefits and risks, as well as explore the magic of portable apps. And if you've ever thought about starting a website, we take a look at where to find free domain names.
Concerned about your email accounts and other personal data being stolen? You've possibly heard of Experian's Dark Web Scan service, but do you really need it?
In this week's Really Useful Podcast we find out, along with taking a look at Skype's new blurred background feature, where to find college-standard online courses for free, and how to tidy Twitter the Marie Kondo way.
We also take a look at what is the best portable game console, and how to choose a PC game that meets the system spec of your machine.
Shownotes
This week, we talk about:
- How to blur Skype video chat background
- Experian Dark Web Scan
- Declutter Twitter with KonMari method
- Find free college-standard courses
- Which portable game console should you buy?
- How to make sure your a new Windows game will run on your PC
The second show of the Really Useful Podcast Season 2 is hosted by Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner, of MakeUseOf. You can follow them on Twitter:
- @thegadgetmonkey
- @stegnersaurus
- @makeuseof
As ever, please share the podcast with anyone you know who would benefit from our straight, no-nonsense approach to using technology.
Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips bring you some of the latest great productivity and tech tips from MakeUseOf.com, bringing you safely and productively into 2019.
In this week's show, we discuss using positivity apps to manage depression, how to spot who has viewed your LinkedIn profile, and how to secure your accounts with two-factor authentication (2FA).
Shownotes:
- Positivity Apps to Manage Depression
- Who's Viewed Your LinkedIn Profile?
- Secure Gmail, Outlook and More with 2FA
As ever, please share the podcast with anyone you know who would benefit from our straight, no-nonsense approach to using technology.
We'll be back next week!
We're back for a special Really Useful Podcast looking back at five of our favorite tips so far. Join Christian Cawley, Ian Buckley, Gavin Philips, and Ben Stegner as they discuss:
- Why your PC is slowing down
- How to make a HDTV antenna
- Deceitful Amazon reviews
- Building a DIY desk
- Buying a printer
We'll be back in 2019. Have a great holiday!
Why has the cryptocoin bubble burst, and should you buy a Steam Link while they're going cheap?
These questions are discussed in the latest Really Useful Podcast with Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley. PLUS: Tips for buying a new printer and cleaning a laptop keyboard.
Shownotes:
Valve discontinues Steam Link: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/valve-discontinues-steam-link/ Crypto price crash-what it means: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-46323286 https://blocksdecoded.com/ Checklist for buying a new printer: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/buying-new-printer-checklist/ What to do if your laptop keyboard is not working: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/laptop-keyboard-not-working/
Thinking about buying gifts for Christmas this Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Planning on wasting the Thanksgiving weekend searching for deals?
Funnily enough, so are scammers - only YOU are the deal.
We've got some concerning Black Friday scams to look out for this week on the Really Useful Podcast, and we also take a look at what a meme is.
Your hosts are Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner.
Shownotes
https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/netflix-working-nintendo-wii/ https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/amazon-fire-tv-recast-cloud-based-dvr-cord-cutters/ https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/xbox-one-keyboard-mouse-support/
https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/6-ways-can-use-microsoft-office-without-paying/ https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/6-scams-watch-black-friday-cyber-monday/ https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/what-is-a-meme-examples/
We're back with more tips and tricks, including some notes on how to earn money from playing video games---yes, it's possible!
As ever, we kick off by breaking down some recent tech news, find out why it matters to you, and help you decide what to do with it.
This week's show is brought to you by Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips.
Shownotes: Disney announces streaming service: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/disney-plus-streaming-service-2019/ Facebook makes a Portal videophone: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/facebook-portal-devices-available/ Amazon prints a catalog: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/amazon-mails-printed-holiday-catalogs/ File transfer from PC to mobile: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/x-fastest-ways-transfer-file-pc-mobile-device/ Edit PDFs online: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/free-pdf-editor-websites-create-fill-annotate-alter-pdf-files/ More Windows Update bugs: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/windows-update-october-2018-bugs/ Mobile news apps: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/microsoft-news-app/ Get paid to play games: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/make-money-gaming-5-games-you-can-get-paid-to-play/
Join Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley as they find the useful aspects of recent tech news and share some tips for affordable printing and DIY computer desks.
https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/new-apple-macbook-air-mac-mini-ipad-pro/
https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/flickr-limits-free-users-photos/
https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/top-5-world-news-websites-guaranteed-free-censorship/
https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/best-printer-for-home-use-with-cheap-ink/
https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/diy-computer-desk/
Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner bring you the latest tech tips and news for technophobes. Make your tech useful and not a headache with these items:
WhatsApp Stickers---what are they, and why?: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/send-stickers-using-whatsapp/ Delete Google Search history: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/delete-your-google-search-history/ Sell your phone instantly on eBay: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/ebay-instant-selling-sell-phone-instantly/
Get classic SEGA games on your smartphone: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/classic-sega-games-smartphone/ This is why your PC is slowing down: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/pc-operating-temperatures-hot-hot/ Amusing YouTube comments: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/worst-youtube-comments/
Catch us on Twitter, @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus
A recording of a special live podcast, looking at some great news about Spotify, how to spot deceitful reviews on Amazon and a great tip to boost storage on Android phones and tablets.
With Christian Cawley and Gavin Phillips
Christian Cawley is back with some new productivity tips to help you make your tech work for you. With guest presenter Ian Buckley.
Get free Wi-Fi: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-to-get-free-internet-service-almost-anywhere/ Use Your Phone as a PC Webcam: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/use-smartphone-webcam-computer/ Be More Productive with Google Calendar: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/google-calendar-google-tasks-to-do-apps/
This week Ben Stegner joins Christian Cawley to discuss ways in which you can make tech work for you. With tips and tricks to help you make your digital life more productive.
Shownotes: Netflix Data Hog: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/netflix-biggest-data-hog-world/ Build a HDTV antenna with a paperclip: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/build-diy-hdtv-antenna/ Stop using CCleaner on Windows: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/stop-using-ccleaner-windows/ Online and free word processors: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/6-more-fresh-free-online-word-processors/ Lego Star Wars toys to buy before Christmas: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/lego-star-wars-toys-worth-buying-now/
Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips bring you the latest tips and tricks to make your digital life more productive.
Shownotes:
Facebook & Instagram account hack: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/facebook-hack-50-million-accounts/ Microsoft to kill Skype Classic: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/microsoft-ending-support-skype-classic/ Skype calls on Amazon Echo: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/microsoft-skype-calls-amazon-echo/
Windows 10 October 2018 Update -- do you need it? Would you rather wait? https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/upgrade-latest-windows-10-version/
How to connect multiple HDMI devices to a TV with fewer ports.
How to Download Photos and Videos from Instagram https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/4-ways-download-videos-instagram/ https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/download-save-instagram-photos/
Use IFTTT to make some extra cash: https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/use-ifttt-to-save-make-money/